We consume, as we produce, without any concrete relatedness to the objects with which we deal; We live in a world of things, and our only connection with them is that we know how to manipulate or to consume them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People relate to things only by how to use them, lacking deeper connection.
- In plain terms
- We treat the world as objects to use instead of things to relate to.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek deeper relations with things.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you relate to your things?
- Is everything a tool to you?
Another view
Practical interaction is sometimes necessary.
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